novelhk Chapter 84 shows a tendency towards Soul Masters.
Chapter 84 shows a tendency towards Soul Masters.
Chapter 84 shows a tendency towards Soul Masters.
Wang Yan had already familiarized himself with the surrounding terrain over the past few days, leading the group through the crowded streets. (っ◔◡◔)っ♥ 69shux.com ♥
Xiao Xiao glanced enviously at Jiang Nannan, who was being protected in Ye Nanxiao's arms from being squeezed by the crowd. Suddenly, a burly figure on her right shielded Xiao Xiao inside the line, using his tall body to block the crowd outside.
"Thank you, Brother He," Xiao Xiao said gratefully.
He Caitou scratched his head and laughed, "It's nothing, it's nothing."
The group walked through several streets and came to a building with a pointed roof.
There was a sign hanging on the building with a hammer image on it, and below the hammer there seemed to be a golden tabletop pattern.
Upon seeing the pattern, everyone's eyes lit up with realization, except for Huo Yuhao, who looked completely bewildered.
Seeing this, Wang Dong explained, "This is an auction house. The only places that can use a hammer as a symbol are auction houses and blacksmith shops, but you can definitely hear the sound of hammering from a blacksmith shop, but obviously there is no hammering here."
"Oh, I see." At this moment, Huo Yuhao had a new understanding of Ye Nanxiao's saying that "reading ten thousand books is not as good as traveling ten thousand miles."
Ye Nanxiao looked at the auction house in front of him, thought for a while, and quickly understood Wang Yan's purpose.
Wang Yan turned around and said, "Although you didn't get to see the other academies' matches, I want to tell you that this competition is very different from previous years. It's no longer a pure battle between Soul Masters, but a combination of Soul Masters and Soul Guidance Devices."
"How do we combine them?" Beibei asked, puzzled.
Wang Yan said, "As for the so-called combination, you saw it during your first battle. Those team members all had defensive soul tools on them. The academy purchases soul tools and equips them for the students. This is the simplest method. There are quite a few academies like ours that have developed their own soul tool departments. This can greatly enhance combat capabilities. Now, pure soul masters are becoming fewer and fewer."
"It's very simple. Let me give you an example. If Jiang Nannan, who is an agility-type Soul Master, is equipped with a Soul Tool that amplifies speed, and also has a powerful defensive Soul Tool, then Jiang Nannan can basically unleash her full strength without restraint."
As Wang Yan finished speaking, he looked at Jiang Nannan, who then showed everyone the necklace she was wearing around her neck.
Not many people knew about the soul tool Ye Nanxiao made, but the people present were all sworn brothers, so they weren't afraid to show it off.
Wang Yan continued, "Initially, many academies considered themselves Soul Master academies and rejected Soul Tools. However, since the appearance of Soul Tools and their impressive performance in the competition, their views have been changing. From my observation, in this competition, 80% of the academies used Soul Tools. In the next competition, I estimate that all the academies will use Soul Tools."
Listening to Wang Yan's story, Xu Sanshi frowned and said, "They have all forgotten the glory of a Soul Master. The strength they cultivate themselves is the most trustworthy. Soul tools are, after all, external objects."
Ye Nanxiao glanced at Xu Sanshi and said, "While that is true, those who cannot keep up with the times are destined to be eliminated."
The rapid development of soul tools has made them so terrifying that even Di Tian, who was said to be closest to a god, could not withstand them.
Wang Yan gave Ye Nanxiao an appreciative look and said, "San Shi's idea is almost the same as that of the vast majority of the higher-ups in our academy, and it is precisely because of this that it has been hindering the development of the academy's Soul Guidance Department."
"I think Nanxiao is right. Based on my observation of this competition, I must say that this crucial situation has reached a point where change is imperative. It is an inevitable trend and there is no time to lose. Once I return to the academy, I will submit an application to the higher authorities."
Xu Sanshi couldn't refute Ye Nanxiao's point of view, and Bei Bei remained silent. As the deputy sect leader of the Tang Sect, Ye Nanxiao spent almost every day at the academy researching the combination of hidden weapons and soul tools.
"Although I don't want to admit it, Nanxiao's words were like a wake-up call. If you can't keep up with the times, you will inevitably be eliminated by the times, even if it's our Shrek Academy."
"Because you are the next generation of Shrek Seven Devils, I brought you here. There will be a soul tool auction today. Of course, I won't force you. If you don't want to, you can go back now."
After Wang Yan finished speaking, he felt somewhat uneasy, after all, the tradition of Soul Masters was deeply rooted in Shrek Academy.
Shrek Academy's Soul Guidance Department has been established for many years, but it has always been completely suppressed by the Martial Soul Department and has never been able to truly develop.
Moreover, most of the inner court disciples are from the Martial Soul system, and the disciples from the Soul Guidance system don't seem to have any reputation after graduation.
Bei Bei and the others fell silent, each deep in thought. Wang Yan was certain that three people would support him: Huo Yuhao, He Caitou, and Ye Nanxiao.
Ye Nanxiao led Jiang Nannan to Wang Yan's side, and the two smiled at each other.
Huo Yuhao and He Caitou followed Ye Nanxiao without hesitation.
Wang Yan gave Ye Nanxiao a grateful look. "Let's move to the side a bit so as not to disturb the other guests."
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Looking at the five people who were still thinking, Wang Yan took a deep breath and said, "I know that you all have some resistance in your hearts, but let me say a few more words. If the inner court disciples had been equipped with defensive soul tools at the time, we would not have let your reserve team go on the field today."
Bei Bei gave Ye Nanxiao a deep look and walked to Huo Yuhao's side.
"Children, you have all seen the function of soul tools. Each of you is a precious asset to the academy. If Nanxiao hadn't discovered it in time during the last mission, the inner disciples would probably have been killed or injured. Even the most talented ones cannot guarantee that no accidents will happen. The existence of soul tools can reduce the possibility of accidents. Moreover, for example, you have all seen the function of flight soul tools. Elder Xuan's was only an eighth-level flight soul tool. What about a ninth-level soul tool, or even a tenth-level one?"
Ye Nanxiao seemed oblivious to the three people frowning in thought, focusing instead on exchanging sweet glances with Jiang Nannan.
Wang Yan once again appealed to his emotions and reason, saying, "Elder Xuan's cultivation level is a level 98 Super Douluo, and his martial soul is the Gluttonous Divine Ox. He must constantly eat and drink to cultivate. In a one-on-one situation on the entire continent, there are very few people who can match Elder Xuan."
Everyone gasped in shock. Apart from Ye Nanxiao, although they had imagined that Elder Xuan was already very strong, they had not expected that he would be at level ninety-eight.
Wang Yan sighed and said, "If it were a few hundred years ago, I dare say that Elder Xuan would be almost invincible in a one-on-one fight. But now, although he would still be invincible in a one-on-one fight, the price would likely be his life. The Sun Moon Empire already has several level nine Soul Masters who can contend with Elder Xuan. If the Sun Moon Empire produces a level ten Soul Master, what will happen to our academy?"
Ye Nanxiao suddenly asked, "What do you all think of soul beasts?"
Wang Yan and the other seven were stunned for a moment, then suddenly mentioned soul beasts.
"Nanxiao, what do you mean?" Wang Yan was a little excited. Ye Nanxiao's thoughts were basically the same as his own, and Wang Yan instantly realized the key point Ye Nanxiao wanted to make.
"The existence of soul beasts provides us with soul rings, but the number of soul beasts is constantly decreasing because we humans are constantly developing. I think that soon, the profession of soul master may disappear because there will be no soul beasts to kill and no soul rings to obtain. Therefore, developing soul tools is a necessity of the times." Ye Nanxiao said at the end, looking at the four people who were thinking seriously.
For Huo Yuhao and his six companions, Ye Nanxiao's words were a wake-up call, deeply shaking each of them.
Wang Yan remained silent, quietly observing the children before him. Ye Nanxiao's words aligned with his own thoughts, but they were not currently valued by the academy. A thousand-year-old tradition could not be changed in ten or twenty years.
Looking up at the dark sky, Wang Yan wondered if, ten thousand years from now, there were no more soul beasts, would Shrek Academy still be the number one academy on the continent?
Xu Sanshi and the other two exchanged glances. Xu Sanshi then spoke up, "Teacher Wang, I am willing to get involved with soul tools, but it's too late to start now. Their application will ultimately be inferior to that of soul tool masters. I don't want to make a choice when I'm feeling lost."
Ye Nanxiao dropped his serious expression, reverting to a lazy demeanor, and scolded, "Are you stupid? What are the advantages of us Soul Masters?"
Xu Sanshi thought for a moment, then gradually became excited. "You mean, soul power cultivation?!"
Ye Nanxiao turned his head away. Oh my god, it's so tiring to communicate with people who aren't smart.
Jiang Nannan gently pinched Ye Nanxiao's cheek and urged, "Okay, smile."
Seeing that Xu Sanshi had been persuaded, Wang Yan seized the opportunity to share his thoughts on observing the Sun Moon Royal Soul Guidance Academy over the past two days.
After listening to Wang Yan's description, Xu Sanshi finally made up his mind: "Okay, Teacher Wang, I'm willing to try."
Xiao Xiao chimed in, "I'm fine. I want to get to the Fourth Ring Road as soon as possible to buy a flying soul tool to play with."
Seeing that the situation was under control, Wang Yan breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "Wang Dong, if there are no problems, let's go in."
To Wang Yan's surprise, Wang Dong, who had been silent all along, suddenly raised his head, his eyes revealing a determined look, and resolutely said, "No, I will not use the soul tool. I'm going back first." After saying that, he turned around and walked towards the Star Emperor Hotel.
Ye Nanxiao sighed, thinking that Wang Dong would not easily accept a soul tool, after all, she was someone's daughter with a fork.
Huo Yuhao quickly caught up with Wang Dong and asked about his condition.
"Teacher Wang, let's go in first." Ye Nanxiao led Jiang Nannan into the auction hall.
The remaining few looked at each other, unsure of what to do.
Huo Yuhao wanted to say something, but Wang Dong raised his hand to stop him, so he had no choice but to return to the group.
"He's fine, he just doesn't want to use it." Huo Yuhao knew Wang Dong's character well; once he made a decision, he basically wouldn't turn back.
Wang Yan smiled and said, "It's nothing. Everyone has their own ambitions. Let's go in quickly."
The group followed Wang Yan into the auction house, trying to catch up with Ye Nanxiao.
(End of this chapter)